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Once Upon A Pine: The Adventures of Pinocchio

By Sugar Throw Theatre

Directed by Kolie Shaw

The world's most beloved puppet comes to life in this humorous and heartfelt adaptation of the Carlo Collodi classic. Geppetto, a lonely toymaker, longs to have a child to call his own. But he soon gets more than he bargained for when Pinocchio—a marionette carved from an enchanted log—springs to life before his eyes! Filled with memorable characters and magical adventures, Once Upon A Pine reminds audiences of the importance of love, friendship and honesty. And that's no lie.
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The creators say this show is appropriate for ages 2-6 and up
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Sat 08/03 4:00 PM

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Sun 08/04 1:00 PM

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Tue 08/06 8:30 PM

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Wed 08/07 5:30 PM

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Sat 08/10 7:00 PM

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Cast and Crew
Kolie Shaw
Director
Kolie Shaw is a Director, deviser, and performance artist in the Twin Cities who is passionate about new theater works, avant-garde performance art, and theater education. Kolie graduated from North Dakota State University with xyr BFA in performance and an emphasis in directing, and currently works at Northern Starz Center for the Performing Arts as their Production Manager. Kolie’s most significant projects include imagine a u.s without racism at Mixed Blood Theatre, The Laramie Project at Northern Starz, Peer Gynt at Saint Paul Conservatory for the Performing Arts, What Takes Who at Minnesota Fringe 2021, and Far Away with Jackdonkey Productions. Kolie has been awarded the Achievement in Directing from The Kennedy Center and is ecstatic to open Assassins the Musical this election season at The Hive Collaberative.
Lian Hutchison
Pinocchio
This is Lian's 13th show, and second time performing in a round. Aside from acting, they enjoy writing, cuddling with cats, and daydreaming. If they had a choice superpower, they'd choose time slipping, from the TV show Loki. That is essentially, travel in time, space, and realities. This way, they could hang out with their favorite characters, and get to experience any sort of magic or world they wish! Lian hopes you enjoy the show!
Sophia (Sophie) Perius
Soldier-Narrator
Sophie is stoked that you are here to join her in creating the magic of Once Upon A Pine! Sophie has been appearing in theatrical productions for about six years, however this is her first show with the Minnesota Fringe Festival and her first show performing in the round. Sophie attends Spring Lake Park High School and is a upcoming senior. Outside of theater, she is the captain of the speech team, participates in school leadership programs, and is in four different bands. In her free time she loves to read poetry, spend time with friends, play her instruments, and draw. She hopes you can sit back, relax, and fall into this magical world. Enjoy the show!
Christina Zimpfer
Blue Haired Fairy
This is Christina’s 7th show after a long hiatus. Her favorite roles include Soupy Sue (Urinetown), Ouiser Boudreaux (Steel Magnolias), and chorus in Addam’s Family. In her spare time she enjoys singing, dancing, reading, and attending her kids activities. Offstage she is a nurse at the U of M Masonic Children’s Hospital.
Neil Zimpfer
Geppetto
One year ago, Neil took the stage for his very first time as Lurch, in the Addams Family, and has been hooked on theater ever since! He has since been in Watermelon Hill and Christmas Bus with Northern Starz. In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis with his kids, volunteering as a ski patrol, and boating on the Mississippi River.
Alice Heine
Narrator
Alice is 13 years old and has been performing in shows since she was in third grade. She has been in many shows including Chicago Teen, The Wizard of Oz and James and the Giant Peach Jr. Alice is a member of Student Council, President of the Junior National Honor Society at her school and on her school's Mock Trial Team. She enjoys being involved in theatre and is excited to be a part of the Minnesota Fringe Festival.
Eddie Sadelack
Narrator
Eddie is 14 years old He has played jack form into the woods, Peter Pan in shrek Hans in frozen and others he is excited for the show
Mia Tanner
Narrator
Mia is thrilled to be a part of MN Fringe 2024! She has loved performing for as long as she can remember and has appeared in many theatrical productions. Her favorites include Godspell, for which she received an individual honor from Spotlight Education, and Spongebob Squarepants: the Broadway Musical. Mia is going into her senior year at Perpich Arts High School and is studying music there. "Thank you for supporting live theatre!"
Sydney McKee
Carnival Barker
Sydney has preformed in many plays including Sense and sensibility, August Osage County and Hotel La’flur. She studied at Stella Adler for 2 years. Sydney is a Tax prepare and a daycare Teacher. Sydney is ecstatic to be a part of the Minnesota Fringe Fest!
Tara Gravelle
Carabinieri, Narrator
Tara is thrilled to participate in her first Fringe Festival production. She is a recent graduate of University of Minnesota, with a BA in Theatre Arts. Her recent credits include playing Joan in Watermelon Hill with Northern Starz Performing Arts Center, performing in Nickel and Dimed with Stage West, and Love Loss and What I Wore at Concordia College. She also recently stage-managed for Northern Starz Performing Arts Center's conservatory production Chicago: Teen Edition. She would like to thank her family and friends for their constant support of her creative pursuits.
Wilhelmina Zimpfer
Davey Cricket
Wilhemina has enjoyed acting since kindergarten. Her favorite roles include Very Young Scrooge in “Scrooge and the Ghostly Spirits”, Donald in “The Christmas Bus” and the hermit crab in “Rainbow Fish”. In her spare time she enjoys eating spaghetti, playing with toys, reading, begging to watch TV, and looking forward to starting third grade.
Evelyn Zimpfer
Crow/Deer
Evelyn has been doing shows for seven years. Some of her favorite shows have been SpongeBob the Musical, Puffs, and The Laramie Project. Outside of acting, she enjoys playing tennis and baking.
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